Piano black ski slope
#1
Piano black ski slope
I picked up a new piano black ski slope for my 4.7 V8 manual and wondered about protecting the finish before installation. Has anyone clear wrapped or otherwise "treated" theirs? I don't want to dull the finish in any way but, as it's sitting free pre-install, this is my best opportunity to mitigate future exposure.
#2
My piano black ski slope had been wrapped with film by a previous owner. The film didn’t stop the finish from cracking underneath (in fact it may have promoted the cracking). Madera Concepts recommends leaving the car’s windows partially opened when parking in the sun to minimize heat damage.
#4
I picked up a new piano black ski slope for my 4.7 V8 manual and wondered about protecting the finish before installation. Has anyone clear wrapped or otherwise "treated" theirs? I don't want to dull the finish in any way but, as it's sitting free pre-install, this is my best opportunity to mitigate future exposure.
I might have a slope I can try for you if you also wish. I have to dig it out tomorrow. I also can get you a piece of 3m pro film for it if you want to do it yourself if safe.
#5
Thanks for the helpful replies, and here's a fuller account for others having their own piano black saga. I originally had the waterfall replaced under warranty when I purchased my roadster in 2014 from Penske Scottsdale Bentley; it was new dealer stock but had some minor interior issues to deal with, no doubt from the Arizona heat. I had the waterfall replaced again under warranty two years later, and this again was for cracking veneer. Fast forward two years (22K miles and off warranty at this point) and very fine cracks have appeared from each corner of the GPS panel extending to the corners of the waterfall. They are symmetrical and VERY hard to see or feel, and almost look like part of the design. No other scratches or flaws, so I have never been in a hurry to spend big dollars to replace. Knowing the quality of their work, I considered sending off to Madera, or even wrapping to cover the minor flaw. But I also kept an eye out for an OEM part at a discount, which I was lucky enough to find new for an excellent price. There are two very good certified PPF installers here in Charlotte that I have dealt with, so I am going to check into the windshield as well as clear waterfall wrap. And I am curious to better examine my existing waterfall once removed. FYI the piano black veneer appears to be high quality and is metal-backed (at least in later Vantages).
#7
Regular car wax or sealer does the trick; you may want to mask over the leather so the wax doesn't touch it when applying.
I use Pledge or another brand of furniture polish/spray on the wood when dusting the interior.
I use Pledge or another brand of furniture polish/spray on the wood when dusting the interior.
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